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Terpinene

Terpinene is a group of isomeric hydrocarbons classified as monoterpenes. Alpha-terpinene (α-terpinene) occurs naturally in cannabis and other plant sources, including cardamom, marjoram, and juniper and eucalyptus oils.

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Also produced industrially, α-terpinene is a chemical rearrangement of α-pinene. As a component of tea tree oil, α-terpinene may offer antioxidant benefits.

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Terpinene is prized for its spicy flavor and is frequently used as a flavoring agent. This terpene contributes to the warm aroma of allspice and is sometimes added to industrial fluids to make their odors more pleasant.

Terpinene in Everyday Life

If you enjoy spicy dishes like curry, you may have already encountered terpinene in the savory flavor of cardamom. While Indian cuisine frequently uses cardamom, Mediterranean cuisines often incorporate marjoram into their dishes. So, you may have experienced terpinene through this aromatic herb, such as oregano in an Italian tomato sauce. Finally, you may have applied a carrier oil mixed with tea tree oil—which contains terpinene—to your skin.

Therapeutic Properties of Terpinene

Tea tree oil has been used for centuries as an antifungal, antiseptic, healing, and antibacterial agent. Thus, any benefits of tea tree oil may be indirectly linked to terpinene, which is a natural component. According to recent research, the α-terpinene found in tea tree oil has active antioxidant properties.

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Antioxidant

A 2012 study published in Chemical Research in Toxicology revealed that a-terpinene has strong antioxidant properties as a component of tea tree oil.

The Role of Terpinene in Cannabis

Sentinel and Warwick #1 are two cannabis strains that contain high concentrations of terpinene. The sensory effects of terpinene in cannabis are unclear, and further research is needed to understand the relationship between this terpene and the plant.

Conclusion

Among the least-studied terpenes, such as the terpineol, terpinene stands out for its spicy aroma and antioxidant properties as a component of tea tree oil.

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